The official book supporting 'Karajan 2008,' a worldwide campaign to celebrate Karajan's centenary. Herbert von Karajan, arguably the greatest and most flamboyant conductor and musical director of his time, remains today as one of the giants of 20th-century classical music. His contribution to classical music, his legacy, and his celebrity status are unchallenged. Karajan's exceptional charisma makes him the perfect subject for the pictorial journey this book presents. It is the ultimate visual testimony and photographic homage to this great and extravagant classical music personality. Its features include:

• 12,000-word bio essay by Jürgen Otten and introduction by Anne-Sophie Mutter • Over 150 photos in black-and-white and color, with dozens of quotations • Edited by Pierre-Henri Verlhac, publisher of high-end French photo books • Printed in Italy by special photography book printer • Jacket bears official Karajan 2008 logo